BOLT
is Beginning Our Life Together
An introduction to the shared faith, values, and vision of
Community Presbyterian Church, Ventura. BOLT
is designed to effectively provide opportunities to
- discover
pathways to spiritual growth
- meet
new people and begin new friendships here at CPC
- better
understand our church (our history, beliefs, organizational design,
core values and vision)
- discover
your gifts and matching opportunities to make a difference in
the life and mission of our church
- explore
the privileges and responsibilities of membership*
Feedback
from recent BOLT ‘grads’…
- “I
would recommend this class to all people looking for a church
home, whether or not they have decided to join…”
- “New
members feel prepared with an understanding of the Christian faith,
Presbyterian beliefs, and of our unique congregation”
- ”Attending
the BOLT class gave me a greater understanding not only of the
Presbyterian denomination but also of what I believe and what
standards are important to me in a church body. It was a faith-strengthening
experience!”
BOLT
Format:
Offered in the fall and spring, the BOLT course consists of five
sessions. Each session includes dinner, a talk, and small group
conversation. Topics include:
- What
is a disciple?
- What
about the church?
- What
do we believe?
- How
is our church organized?
- Where
are we going? (including a question/answer session with our Sr.
Pastor, Mark Patterson)
Ministry
Connection Interview (MCI):
Each BOLT course concludes with a one to one conversation with a trained
MCI facilitator, enabling each participant to discover possible ways
that his/her gifts and interests might match with opportunities to
serve in the life and mission of the church. BOLT
Child Care:
Safe, professional care for children birth
through fifth grade (including children’s meals) is provided
by advance reservation.
Cost:
there is no registration fee for BOLT.
A love offering is received at the close of the course to help cover
expenses for meals and materials.
* Participation
in BOLT is a requirement for church membership. Whether or not you
choose to pursue membership, BOLT provides an effective gateway
into informed participation in the life of our church family. |
